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SUMMARY:Summer Wellness Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free fitness class demos\, cooking demonstrations\, dental checkups\, refreshments and so much more!  All are welcome\, you don’t need to be a PCC patient. \n 
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/summer-wellness-open-house/
LOCATION:PCC Austin Family Health Center\, 5461 West Lake St.\, Chicago\, United States
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SUMMARY:Circle for Circle Keepers
DESCRIPTION:Interested in connecting with and getting to know other Circle Keepers? Desire to fine-tune your Circle Keeping skills\, while learning new techniques\, and building resources? Light refreshments to be served. For more information and to RSVP\, contact Edwina Hamilton edwinahamilton@buildchicago.org or 773.227.2880
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/circle-for-circle-keepers/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:BUILD Chicago\, 5100 W. Harrison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Iris Garden Farmstand
DESCRIPTION:☀️ Growing season is underway and BUILD’s Free Farmstead is back! 🌱 Stop by our Iris Garden located on our Austin Campus and pickup free and fresh garden produce grown right here in Austin! 🥕🍅🧄🧅 Starting this Thursday and happening weekly through October.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/iris-garden-farmstand/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:BUILD Chicago\, 5100 W. Harrison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:BMO Austin Aspire Presents: Small Business HR & Tax Essentials
DESCRIPTION:To kick off our Summer Small Business Education Series\, BMO Austin Aspire is hosting a session focused on HR & Tax Compliance for Small Businesses & Nonprofits. This session will provide essential guidance to help you stay compliant\, avoid common pitfalls\, and build a stronger foundation for your business or organization. \n  \nSome of the topics that will be covered include: \n\nHR compliance essentials for small businesses\nTax compliance considerations for both businesses and nonprofits\nCommon pitfalls and how to avoid them\nBest practices to strengthen your operational foundation\n\nWe will have guest speakers on hand to share insights and expertise: \n\nLauren Karlin\, SHRM-CP – Paychex BMO Business Consultant\nQiara Johnson\, CPA – ShEO\, Cosmo Concierge
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/bmo-austin-aspire-presents-small-business-hr-tax-essentials/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T100000
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SUMMARY:PCC Wellness July Medicaid Redetermination & Enrollment (and SNAP) Support Event
DESCRIPTION:Need help navigating the changes and new requirements for both Medicaid and SNAP? PCC\, County Care and Greater Chicago Food Depository have teamed up to support! No need to be a PCC patient\, all are welcome to get one-on-one Medicaid and SNAP support\, free blood pressure screenings and a free produce bag for the first 20 participants.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/pcc-wellness-july-medicaid-redetermination-enrollment-and-snap-support-event/
LOCATION:PCC Austin Family Health Center\, 5461 West Lake St.\, Chicago\, United States
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Union Construction Trades Fair
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on experience from Chicagoland Union construction trades and learn about various Apprenticeship processes. \n\n\n\n\nRegister NOW for CISCO’s 5th Annual Union Construction Trades Fair. Join various Union Chicagoland construction trades for a unique hands-on opportunity to learn about the Apprenticeship process. This event is sponsored by CISCO\, Chicago and Cook County Building & Construction Trades Council\, and IBEW Local 134. Join us Friday\, July 17\, at the Chicago-based IBEW Local 134\, 2722 S. King Dr. This Trades Fair is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. \nWhile supplies last\, school supplies will be provided to school age students present at the Trades Fair. \nLearn the steps to start an exciting career in the Union construction industry. Gets hands-on experience from the building trades at their various booths and learn about Apprenticeship application deadlines.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/5th-annual-union-construction-trades-fair/
LOCATION:IBEW Local 134\, 2722 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60616
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SUMMARY:BMO Austin Aspire Presents: Small Business Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:The second week of our Summer Small Business Education Series\, BMO Austin Aspire is hosting a session focused on Small Business Access to Capital. This session will guide you through practical strategies to strengthen cash flow\, improve financial stability\, and position your business for long-term success. Whether you’re looking to expand operations\, invest in new opportunities\, or simply build a stronger financial foundation\, this event is designed with your goals in mind. \nTopics will include: \n\nUnderstanding small business funding options—from traditional loans to grants like SomerCor’s Down Payment Assistance Program (DPAP)\, which offers up to $25\,000 to first-time commercial building buyers in Cook County\nStrategies to improve cash flow and manage working capital effectively\nBuilding and maintaining healthy business credit\nIdentifying the right financing solutions for different stages of your business\nResources and tools available to support minority- and women-owned businesses\n\nGuest Speakers: \nManuel Flores\, President & CEO\, SomerCor \nChristopher Parker\, Senior Regional Strategist\, BMO Bank
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/bmo-austin-aspire-presents-small-business-access-to-capital/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ald. Monique Scott's Community Cleanup Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Join Ald. Scott\, Greener Neighborhoods\, block clubs\, and community groups across the 24th Ward as they unite to clean\, plant\, and uplift our neighborhoods. From your block to your alley\, every effort matters.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/ald-monique-scotts-community-cleanup-initiative/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Illinois
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:BMO Austin Aspire Presents: Employee Banking Benefits - Made for You
DESCRIPTION:BMO Austin Aspire Presents: Employee Banking Benefits – Made for You
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/bmo-austin-aspire-presents-employee-banking-benefits-made-for-you/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library: Austin Branch
DESCRIPTION:Breathe In\, Stretch Out\, Let Go \nJoin us for Yoga at the Library at the Austin Branch on 4th Saturdays at 10 a.m.\, led by Collective Yoga Co-op instructors. This class is for all levels
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/yoga-at-the-library-austin-branch/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:Austin Branch Library\, 5615 W. Race Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:38th Annual "Say No to Drugs and Violence" Parade
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 25 at 10am is the 38th Annual “Say No to Drugs and Violence” Parade!  \nThe parade will feature free food\, scholarships\, ComEd assistance\, a talent show\, gaming truck\, and more. Click here to view the flyer and learn more.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/38th-annual-say-no-to-drugs-and-violence-parade/
LOCATION:Healing Temple COGIC\, 4941 W. Chicago Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60153\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Health & Back-to-School Fair
DESCRIPTION:Crossroads Church of Hillside and Inellas Restoration Center invite the community to a free Health & Back-to-School Fair on Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crossroads Church of Hillside\, 5152 Butterfield Rd.\, Hillside\, IL 60162 \nFamilies can enjoy free school supplies\, health services\, vaccinations\, school exams\, haircuts\, clothing\, household essentials\, food\, drinks\, and live entertainment by the PEHS Marching Band. \nTo register your child for vaccinations or school exams\, please contact Remona Sanders at 630-731-4449. \nFor more information\, visit www.inellasrestorationcenter.org.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/community-health-back-to-school-fair/
LOCATION:Crossroads Church of Hillside\, 5152 Butterfield Rd\, Hillside\, Illinois\, 60162
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T180000
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SUMMARY:Free Legal Advice - Austin Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:⚖️ GET FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the upcoming Austin Legal Clinic!\nAre you or someone you know in need of legal assistance? Speak with a licensed attorney about civil matters — FREE of charge!\n📅 Tuesday\, May 26th\n⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Doors open at 3:30 PM)\n📍 Hope Legal Clinic\n5900 W. Iowa St. | Chicago\, IL \nNo appointment is needed. Attorneys will be available to provide guidance on:\n• Public Benefits\n• Child Custody & Support\n• Divorce\n• Domestic Violence\n• Housing & Eviction\n• Power of Attorney\n• Other Civil Matters \nDon’t miss this opportunity to receive free legal guidance and support. See flyer for additional details.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/free-legal-advice-austin-legal-clinic/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Hope Legal Clinic\, 5900 W. Iowa St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60651
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T110000
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SUMMARY:BMO Austin Aspire Presents: Small Business Mixer
DESCRIPTION:BMO Austin Aspire Presents: Small Business Mixer
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/bmo-austin-aspire-presents-small-business-mixer/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T201500
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SUMMARY:Chicago West Community Music Center at Columbus Refectory
DESCRIPTION:Experience the soul-stirring legacy of the Prince of Soul at this immersive Marvin Gaye event—a seamless blend of concert\, storytelling\, and celebration that traces his journey from Motown heartthrob to poetic visionary.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/chicago-west-community-music-center-at-columbus-refectory/
LOCATION:Columbus Park Refectory\, 5701 W Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T180000
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SUMMARY:Greater St. John Bible Church "Who's Got Talent"
DESCRIPTION:Join them for an incredible evening of performances and community connection as they empower the next generation. Ages 18-35. Funds support their annual scholarship initiative.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/greater-st-john-bible-church-whos-got-talent/
LOCATION:Christ The King Jesuit Collage Preparatory School\, 5088 W. Jackson Blvd\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60644
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